November 12, 2026
What does the polar vortex mean for the UK’s winter weather?
The polar vortex is an important part of the winter atmosphere that can shape the weather we experience in the UK.
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November 10, 2026
COP31 and climate science in action
Stories of climate science in action at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science during COP31.
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November 10, 2026
Fossil CO2 emissions decline in 2026, finds Global Carbon Budget
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are projected to decrease by 0.4% in 2026, according to new research by the Global Carbon Project.
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November 3, 2026
What’s cooking? Kitchen emissions now rival traffic as a major source of urban air pollution
New research shows that cooking emissions have become a major source of air pollution in central London and Beijing.
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October 26, 2026
Cold spells are becoming milder and less frequent due to climate change
Global warming is making cold spells less frequent, less intense, and smaller across most of the Northern Hemisphere.
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October 22, 2026
Everything you should know about storms
What is a storm, why are storms named, what causes storms in the UK, and what about climate change?
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October 19, 2026
NCAS maintains Silver TIDE Award for commitment to inclusion
The National Centre for Atmospheric Science has been awarded a Silver Talent Inclusion and Diversity Evaluation (TIDE) Award.
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October 16, 2026
Supporting colleagues through menopause
World Menopause Day is an opportunity for us to raise awareness, start conversations, and make sure everyone feels supported at work.
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October 15, 2026
Course: Practical atmospheric science in the Lake District
Applications are now open for our Summer Training in Observation, Research, and Modelling, coming in May 2027.
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October 12, 2026
What are the public priorities for the future of atmospheric science in the UK?
A new public dialogue will explore how people across the UK think about atmospheric science and its future priorities, led by NERC and Sciencewise.
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October 7, 2026
Whirl-puffs, welkin, and weathermongers: The history of weather language
Explore the history behind everyday words like temperature, storm, and forecast.
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October 7, 2026
Course: Study atmospheric science
Applications are now open for our Introduction to Atmospheric Science course, coming in February 2027.